November 15th, 2017 Bermuda Calendar Update
Good morning Ladies and Gents!
Did you know that November 15th is National Bundt Pan Day? Okay, so it’s a bit random, but what a great excuse to indulge in some rum cake!
Here is an update of everything that has been added to the network of Bermuda events calendars since last week.
As always, be sure to check out the Quick Recap Section at the bottom of this post for a full listing of all upcoming Bermuda events, including those previously covered in previous posts.
Don’t forget to submit details of your own event to http://nothingtodoinbermuda.com/submit-your-event.html – a basic listing is completely free!
Gosling’s Limited has collaborated with some of Bermuda’s top local vendors to bring you their 3rd Annual Luxury Shopping Night on Wednesday, November 15th.
From 5.30pm until 8.30pm at Gosling’s Wine Cellar, you are invited to join them as they sample a selection of craft beers, premium wines and spirits from their portfolio while browsing for gifts by 11 of Bermuda’s top local vendors. Miles canapés will be served alongside craft cocktails by Twisted Spoon. There will also be special savings on featured items and door prizes too.
The cost is $45 per person. Space is limited and a credit card is required to secure your booking.
For more information, or to RSVP, contact marketing@goslings.com.
ISACA and IIA Bermuda Chapter are jointly hosting the Annual Conference entitled, Deconstructing Emerging Trends in Risk and Technology, on Friday, November 17th.
From 8.30am at the Hamilton Princess, you are invited to a great opportunity to learn from distinguished speakers, participate in interactive activities, earn CPE credits and network with other professionals.
The rate will be $250 for IIA/ISACA members and $275 for non-members. Upon RSVP’ing, you will receive a message with the payment details. To register online, click here.
For more information, contact rsvp@isacabermuda.com.
Grab a bargain at the monthly Peace Lutheran Car Boot Sale on Saturday, November 18th.
This will run from 9am to 2pm and promises lots of bargains for everybody, including clothes for women, men, children and babies, shoes, boots, toys, DVDs, CDs, books, lots of household items, plants, gifts and so much more. They say that everyone keeps saying they are the best Car Boot Sale on the island, so invite you to come and see why. You can even enjoy a hot dog and cup of coffee while you shop.
For more information, contact Carol Carvalho 747-3377.
Shop at Bermuda’s biggest arts and crafts festival with over 40 local vendors at BUEI’s 5th Annual Harbourside Market on Saturday, November 18th.
From 10am until 4pm at BUEI, there will also be photos with Santa, free movies in Tradewinds Auditorium, a preview of the pantomime, a soup stall and train rides for the kids.
Admission and parking are free. Be sure to bring cash on the day as not all stalls will accept credit cards.
For more information, contact 294-0204 or giftshop@buei.bm.
Now celebrating its 11th year, the spoke-tacular TMR Youth Mountain Bike Series will be back on Saturday, November 18th.
This free, family-friendly series, sponsored by Tokio Milennium Re (TMR) and Bicycle Works, has the aim to introduce primary school aged children to cycling as a way to help promote physical fitness and healthy lifestyles.
There are 5 events in this Series held at the Arboretum at 4pm on Saturdays November 18th and 25th, then on January 6th, 13th and 20th, 2018. At the end of the all the Series, one child’s name will be drawn to win a bike from Bicycle Works.
Registration opens 45 minutes prior to the event and children must bring their own helmet, bike and wear sport shoes. Registration can be done at the event and all participants will receive a goodie bag. The entry form can also be found online here.
For more information, contact Iris Abraham at youthmbs@tokiomillennium.com or 747-2856.
Looking for live entertainment on Saturday nights? Running from November to March, the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs is inviting you to Saturday Night Live at The Grand.
Featuring live vocal performance, the bands are performing from 9pm until 11pm at The Grand, located at 39 Church Street.
The bands and dates so far are The Unit on November 18th and 25th, Working Title on December 2nd, Devils Isle Audio (DIA) on December 9th and 16th, and Live Wires on December 23rd and 30th.
Admission is free.
For more information, contact Graham Mawer at gsmawer@gov.bm or 295-5151 ext. 3856.
BUEI Screens invites you to a screening of Stronger on Sunday, November 19th.
Stronger is the inspiring true story of Jeff Bauman, an ordinary man who captured the hearts of his city and the world to become the symbol of hope following the infamous 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. Filled with raw emotion, humanity and humor, ‘Stronger’ is the inspirational real-life story of the man who became the living embodiment of “Boston Strong.” This R rated drama has a running time of 119 minutes.
The film begins at 5.15pm in BUEI’s Tradewinds Auditorium. Harbourfront are offering a 10% discount (food only) to anyone dining there before or after the event. Reservations are required. Please mention the lecture when booking to avail of the discount and note that it cannot be combined with any other special offers. For dinner reservations call 295-4207.
Tickets are $15 each, $10 for students, and are non-refundable within 24 hours of the event.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact 294-0204 or visit Oceans Gift Shop at BUEI.
Things aren’t always as they appear – find out more at Curious Curios at the Bermuda Historical Society Museum every Tuesday (except on public holidays) until April from November 14th.
From 11am each week, except on public holidays, you are invited to join historian John Cox as he shares with you fascinating stories about the Museum’s collection that often go untold.
The Museum is open from 10.30am until 1pm, Monday to Saturday except on public holidays.
There is no cover charge.
For more information, contact vaughanlyn@northrock.bm or call 295-2487 during the Museum’s opening hours.
You are invited to come out to celebrate and support Bermuda’s finest young musicians as the Bermuda Youth Orchestra in partnership with the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band presents their annual Fall Concert, 2017 on Sunday, November 19th.
From 4pm at St. John’s Anglican Church, this family friendly concert will provide a range of modern and classical works, with something to delight every member of the family.
General admission is $10, with Patron support available at $20.
For more information, contact 705-8205 or bermudayouthorchestra@gmail.com.
Enjoy some free art activities in the Botanical Gardens as Masterworks Education presents Super Saturday on Saturday, November 25th.
From 1pm until 4pm, children and families can participate in a variety of free animal-themed creative art activities for all ages.
Homer’s Cafe will also be open from 9am until 4pm, so you can enjoy a delicious lunch or snack with the family.
There is no need to register so you can just turn up on the day.
For more information, contact 299-4000 or visit www.BermudaMasterworks.com.
The Kiwanis Club of St George’s, in association with Alpha Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, presents its annual Coping With Grief session on Friday, November 30th.
Starting at 6.30pmat the Ebenezer Methodist Church on York Street in St George’s, this program offers practical ways to cope with your loss and begin your healing process.
It is free, non-denominational, and open to all ages. Participants are invited to bring a photo of their loved ones.
For more information, contact Doreen Williams-James on 335-1958.
Treat your kids while having a night off at Late Night Shopping and Parents Night Out Festive Mini Aerial Arts Camps on Friday and Saturday nights from Friday, December 2nd until December 22nd.
From 6pm until 10pm at Lotus Mind Body Spirit Wellness Centre, you can drop your little ones off and enjoy late night shopping, happy hours and company holiday parties. Each Mini Aerial Camp includes aerial classes, a nutrition class, and arts and crafts. Late Night Shopping will take place on Fridays, December 8th, 15th and 22nd, and Parents Night Out will take place on Saturdays, December 2nd, 9th and 16th.
The cost is $65 per night, which includes dinner and healthy snacks as well as the evening of Aerial Arts. Advance booking is required.
For more information, or to reserve a spot for your child, contact Lotus at 296-5900 or info@lotusbermuda.com.
Under the distinguished patronage of the Premier of Bermuda, The Hon. E. David G. Burt JP, MP, The Premier presents The Carifesta Showcase featuring Bermuda’s Delegation to Carifesta XIII will take place on Sunday, December 3rd.
From 7pm at The Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts, you are invited to join in celebrating some of the performing artists who represented Bermuda at Carifesta XIII.
Tickets are free and can be reserved online at www.pTix.bm.
For more information, contact 292-1681.
Promising a sophisticated soirée that you won’t want to miss, this December, Uncorked! returns just in time for the Holidays on Thursday, December 14th.
Indulge in an expertly curated selection of white, red and rosé wines specifically selected to complement your holiday experiences. From 6pm until 8pm at Gallery 117 on Front Street, you can expect complimentary wine, charity games ($5 per play), an expertly curated wine bar, complimentary water, and great prizes.
The night is sure to be full of fun, laughs, networking and great conversation as old and new friends share stories, sip wine and mingle. This exclusive event will be limited to 100 guests and is guaranteed to sell out.
Tickets are $65 and are available from www.pTix.bm.
For more information, visit www.uncorkedbda.com or follow @UncorkedBDA on Facebook or Instagram.
Save the Date: Quick Recap of Upcoming Bermuda Events
November
Wine Tasting at Masterworks – November 15th
**NEW Gosling’s 3rd Annual Luxury Shopping Night – November 15th
Restoration Fellowship International Prophetic Encounter – November 15th to 19th
**DATE CHANGE Louis Latour 2015 Vintage Wine Event – October 26th November 16th
Pechakucha Bermuda Volume 21 – November 16th
Family Centre Lip Sync Battle – November 17th
KATKiDS Night Market – November 17th
**NEW ISACA and IIA Annual Conference – November 17th
RHM International Presents: Speak Up, Overcome, Survive – November 18th
Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning Open House – November 18th
Somersfield Academy’s Peddler’s Porch Event – November 18th
The Rhythm Lab’s Vegan Jazz Gathering – November 18th
Christ Church Warwick Christmas Fair – November 18th
St. Mary’s Church Christmas Fair – November 18th
Out with a Bang – November 18th
**NEW Peace Lutheran Car Boot Sale – November 18th
**NEW BUEI’s 5th Annual Harbourside Market – November 18th
**NEW TMR Youth Mountain Bike Series – November 18th
**NEW Bermuda Youth Orchestra Fall Concert – November 19th
**NEW BUEI Screens: Stronger – November 19th
Art with a Twist – November 21st
Wine Tasting at Thyme – November 22nd
Thanksgiving at Cafe Lido – November 23rd
Thanksgiving Dinner at Cambridge Beaches – November 23rd
Thanksgiving Supper at Chapel of Ease – November 23rd
KPMG Front Street Mile Trials – November 25th
Car Boot Sale – November 25th
**NEW November Super Saturday – November 25th
**NEW TMR Youth Mountain Bike Series – November 25th
FoH/Hannover Re Walk and Run – November 26th
CTY Bermuda’s 12th Annual Math Olympiad – November 26th
Evening featuring Jane Farge in Concert – November 26th
**NEW Coping With Grief – November 30th
December
Home-Grown Alternatives – December 2nd
Christmas Shopping Drop Off – December 2nd, 9th & 16th
**NEW Late Night Shopping and Parents Night Out – December 2nd, 8th 9th, 15th, 16th and 22nd
**NEW The Premier Presents: The Carifesta Showcase – December 3rd
Christmas Taste of Bermuda – December 3rd, 10th and 17th
**NEW Living Life Together The Titus 2 Way – November 18th December 9th
Wine Tasting at Masterworks – December 13th
**NEW Uncorked! Winter 2017 – December 14th
The Bermuda School of Music presents: Joy to the World – December 15th and 16th
Art with a Twist – December 19th
Christmas Brunch at Cafe Lido – December 25th
New Year’s Eve at Cafe Lido – December 31st
January
**NEW TMR Youth Mountain Bike Series – January 6th
2018 Bermuda Marathon Weekend: KPMG Front Street Mile – January 12th
2018 Bermuda Marathon Weekend: Bermuda 10K and 10K Walk – January 13th
**NEW TMR Youth Mountain Bike Series – January 13th
2018 Bermuda Marathon Weekend: Bermuda Marathon and Half Marathon – January 14th
**NEW TMR Youth Mountain Bike Series – January 20th
March
Free Lunchtime Concert – March 2nd
June
Free Lunchtime Concert – June 1st
Art Exhibits
Exhibits at Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art
- Room with a View – ongoing from January 5th
- Charman Prize 2017 – October 14th until February, 2018
Current Exhibits at Bermuda National Gallery
- The Power of Art – January 27th to November 25th
- Shepard Fairey: Rebel With A Cause at BNG – September 21st until further notice
Bermuda Society of Arts – October 27th to November 14th
- Edinburgh Gallery: Foliage to Fashion: Book Launch and Hat Exhibit by Donna Pink and Ronnie Chameau
- Onions Gallery: What is Old New Again
- Studios A&B: BSoA Sessions: Life Drawing
Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard
- Davy Jones’ Locker – October 8th to November 24th
Enjoy the rest of the week!
C
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